SNAP junk food purchase ban: Four more states to implement restrictions — See other states with bans
Kansas, Ohio, Nevada, and Wyoming are the latest states that will implement restrictions on food purchases by SNAP recipients and banning them from using their taxpayer-funded food assistance benefit to purchase junk food.
Kansas, Ohio, Nevada, and Wyoming are the latest states that will implement restrictions on food purchases by SNAP recipients and banning them from using their taxpayer-funded food assistance benefit to purchase junk food.
Haven't filed your taxes yet? Here's how to get a bigger refund under new law
Many Americans could see changes to their tax refunds this year due to updates in the One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBB)—here’s what to know.
Many Americans could see changes to their tax refunds this year due to updates in the One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBB)—here’s what to know.
No tax on tips and overtime - IRS publishes instructions for claiming deductions
The IRS has published filing instructions for the new Schedule 1-A and Form 1040 instructions for taxpayers to claim no tax on tips, overtime, and other deductions.
The IRS has published filing instructions for the new Schedule 1-A and Form 1040 instructions for taxpayers to claim no tax on tips, overtime, and other deductions.
New UVA study shows negative impact of DOGE cuts on Virginia economy
New information is showing that the overall health of Virginia’s economy isn't looking good.
New information is showing that the overall health of Virginia’s economy isn't looking good.
These states rank among the places with the highest tax rates, data suggests
Tax rates vary significantly by location, and residents in certain states are finding themselves facing a much higher tax burden than those in neighboring states.
Tax rates vary significantly by location, and residents in certain states are finding themselves facing a much higher tax burden than those in neighboring states.
Here's what most Americans say the country's top problem is – and it's a familiar one
A new poll is revealing Americans’ top concern in February. Here’s what the survey found.
A new poll is revealing Americans’ top concern in February. Here’s what the survey found.
Why is your electricity bill so high this winter? Pepco CEO explains rising costs
Noticing your electricity bill is higher this winter? FOX 5 spoke with Pepco's CEO to break down why – and whether any relief is on the way.
Noticing your electricity bill is higher this winter? FOX 5 spoke with Pepco's CEO to break down why – and whether any relief is on the way.
Maryland lawmakers consider increasing minimum wage to $25, ending tipped pay
Lawmakers in Maryland are debating a proposed change to the state’s minimum wage that could mean more money in workers’ pockets. FOX 5's Tom Fitzgerald reports.
Lawmakers in Maryland are debating a proposed change to the state’s minimum wage that could mean more money in workers’ pockets. FOX 5's Tom Fitzgerald reports.
Social Security March payment schedule: Here’s when recipients get their checks
Social Security March payment dates are set for millions of Americans. Here’s when recipients can expect to receive their checks.
Social Security March payment dates are set for millions of Americans. Here’s when recipients can expect to receive their checks.
Trump announces 401k match of up to $1,000 for those without employer contribution
During Tuesday's State of the Union address, Trump announced a plan to give workers without employer retirement plans a 401k match up to $1,000. Here’s what to know.
During Tuesday's State of the Union address, Trump announced a plan to give workers without employer retirement plans a 401k match up to $1,000. Here’s what to know.
These cities rank as the hardest working places in America in 2026, data suggests
Which city is the “hardest-working" city in America? WalletHub looked at key metrics to find which cities work the hardest. Here’s the list.
Which city is the “hardest-working" city in America? WalletHub looked at key metrics to find which cities work the hardest. Here’s the list.
How to avoid tax scams this filing season
As tax filing season begins, scammers are ramping up efforts to steal money and personal information from taxpayers.
As tax filing season begins, scammers are ramping up efforts to steal money and personal information from taxpayers.
Deadliest jobs in America revealed
More than 5,000 work-related deaths were recorded in the U.S. in 2024.
More than 5,000 work-related deaths were recorded in the U.S. in 2024.
Trump enacts 10% global tariffs in response to Supreme Court decision
President Donald Trump used another law — Section 232 of the 1962 Trade Expansion Act — to slap 10% sectoral tariffs on steel and aluminum, cars, copper, lumber and products like kitchen cabinets worldwide.
President Donald Trump used another law — Section 232 of the 1962 Trade Expansion Act — to slap 10% sectoral tariffs on steel and aluminum, cars, copper, lumber and products like kitchen cabinets worldwide.
US stocks remain relatively calm after Supreme Court strikes down Trump’s tariffs
U.S. stocks edged slightly higher on Friday after the Supreme Court struck down President Donald Trump's sweeping tariffs.
U.S. stocks edged slightly higher on Friday after the Supreme Court struck down President Donald Trump's sweeping tariffs.
Supreme Court strikes down Trump's tariffs in 6-3 vote
The Supreme Court ruled Friday that the International Emergency Economic Powers Act (IEEPA) does not authorize President Donald Trump to impose the tariffs.
The Supreme Court ruled Friday that the International Emergency Economic Powers Act (IEEPA) does not authorize President Donald Trump to impose the tariffs.
Study reveals which states have the highest and lowest income tax burdens - See where your state ranks
Americans across the country are filing their income taxes and depending on where you live, your state’s effective tax rate determines how much of your annual income is taxed.
Americans across the country are filing their income taxes and depending on where you live, your state’s effective tax rate determines how much of your annual income is taxed.
Stimulus payment February 2026, IRS direct deposit relief, tariff dividend & tax refund fact check
Claims about new stimulus checks, IRS direct deposits, relief payments and tariff dividends spread throughout 2025 — and they’re still circulating in 2026. But is there any truth to them?
Claims about new stimulus checks, IRS direct deposits, relief payments and tariff dividends spread throughout 2025 — and they’re still circulating in 2026. But is there any truth to them?
Ohio governor says ending property taxes could push state's sales tax to 20%
Republican Gov. Mike DeWine says sales tax could jump to 20% to replace $24 billion in lost property tax revenue if a constitutional amendment passes.
Republican Gov. Mike DeWine says sales tax could jump to 20% to replace $24 billion in lost property tax revenue if a constitutional amendment passes.
TikTok claims 401(k)s are a scam — financial experts strongly disagree
Despite viral social media claims that 401(k) retirement plans are a scam, financial professionals say they can be powerful tools for building long-term savings when used wisely.
Despite viral social media claims that 401(k) retirement plans are a scam, financial professionals say they can be powerful tools for building long-term savings when used wisely.